Since the Asian Surgical Association is made up primarily of surgeons
from Asia, the Association itself, its Biennial Congresses and the Asian
Journal of Surgery play important roles in enhancing interaction among
Asian surgeons and providing platform for exchange of ideas and expertise,
presentation and publication of scientific data, as well as keeping members
updated on the surgical activities of member countries and individual
members.

In addition, internationally renowned surgeons, invited as key lecturers,
were encouraged and sponsored to visit one or more member countries in
the region. These experts meet with the local surgeons and give lectures
and conduct seminars, thus establishing friendship and transferring scientific
knowledge.

Of greater importance is the comradeship among members of the Association
so that strong bonds exist between the members of different nations of
Asia and beyond.